There are some awesome teachers there and staff. There are also a couple teachers who probably…read moreshould retire before they break children's spirits. Worst of all is that no one is doing anything about the bullying. Whatever happened to zero tolerance?

Not overly impressed. The yard duty is just cruel. U get 1 foot away from the gate she'll slam it…read moreon you. Mostly good teachers. A few miserable ones that have been there 2 long god forbid your child gets one of those!

Good school many good teachers. Much better than anything Lausd has to offer. There's some great…read moreteachers here. They care about the students.

As a parent this was not the school to enroll my child in. I found some of the teachers very tough…read moreon some of the kids i saw one teacher punishing a student by putting them into a corner for 10 min or making them stay after school and write lines repeatedly. i felt the staff and teachers were unmotivated and lethargic about their line of work. this school is not a safe environment for learning. i think someone from the board of education should take a look into this corrupt elementary.

It's a alright school but definitely doesn't get funded enough, even though it's a performance…read moreschool, most other schools in the area have the same classes and have it better.

First of all the programs provided/academic classes are very good but bad execution. What I mean by…read morethat is a good amount of teachers are NOT good. When I say not good I mean NOT good at all. Many students complain about the same teachers each year. They definitely have one of the best Visual arts program (Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, Broadcasting, Dance, Photography, Filmmaking, Stage Tech. I felt welcomed in this community, all the teachers are amazing in Visual Arts. The math teachers are not good at all so be aware. Only 2 out of the 6, from the year I went, actually taught me instead just posting notes and hoping you understand or just being a terrible teacher. Mind you many students have complained NUMEROUS times for many years about the same 2 math teachers and they are still teaching at that school. The atmosphere is supposed to be welcoming and inclusive but sadly a lot of students make that impossible every year. This is not a normal highschool experience. That can be okay sometimes but in this case, the negatives out weight the positives. When you voice that you are being bullied, or other concerns that conflict with your mental health they brush it off. They do not care about mental health here AT ALL. This school is filled with outcasts who 110% struggle with mental health problems and they don't do jack about it. It is frustrating dealing with faculty and administrators because they never do anything. Not all but most. Bullying is a real thing here but everyone refuses to deny it cause its "a very welcoming community". A friend of mine once reported someone for threatening to kill them selves and they brushed it off like it was nothing, multiple times, on many different occasions. The least they can do is send them to counseling and at least try to speak to the student. Most students wont say anything but just having someone reaching out and showing that they care is a huge step. When a serious allegation is reported, the faculty doesn't even try. During my time at Santa Su, a sexual assault allegation was going around. Many students knew and so did the school but they did NOTHING. No investigating, interviewing bystanders, nothing. Much help is needed in the administration department Students start drama here way more than an average highschool. Anywhere you go there will be drama and rumors but ere it is times 2. Any rumors started, spread like wildfire and can ruin ur whole experience at Santa Su. So be aware. The yearbook seems to always get worse every year. Senior baby photos and senior quotes are something students look forward to. They promise it every year I was there, and never actually add it in the yearbook which is just very disappointing. They make up stuff you never even said. The school itself is always disorganized. Santa Su is for smart students, to be honest. They don't really have good help for people who actually need some or are just an average student looking for help. Its not inclusive as it says it is. Yes, its a magnet school but don't advertise you are all inclusive if you cant even help your students who need it. This is from average students perspective.

Best middle school in Simi Valley and all of the teachers are very old and don't give a crap about…read moreanything plus a bunch of art stuff

Toilets are designed and made to handle urine, feces, and toilet paper…read more NOT, seminal fluids. Due to an excessive amount of masturbating in our restrooms, a pipe located in our 8th grade bathrooms has accumulated a large semen clog. 1. Masturbation in HMS bathrooms is never okay 2. Only things that should be in toilets should be flushed 3. Repairs and maintenance costs the PISD thousands of dollars.

Hi my son Jose goes to this and he said that the t.a was telling him to go in the girls bathroom to…read moresee if her son is there I didn't like that and the girls where fighting and doing graffiti

As far as public schools go, this is a pretty darn good school…read more The newly built Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary School opened two years ago as Valley Region Elementary School #9. This is a K through 5th grade school, but they also have limited state-funded preschool -- be sure to sign-up early! Our son started here in 1st grade earlier this school year. His teacher, Ms. Sousa, has been a wonderful and encouraging mentor. I don't know how she (and the other teachers) have the energy and enthusiasm to keep up with them! We also feel very fortunate to have a teacher and school that is big on communication. Our son's teacher won't hesitate to call or email us with concerns or updates and she quickly responds to our own communications. As nice as all the contact and communication is, it's not perfect and it would be better if they were able to provide more advanced notice of events, short days, etc. Sometimes you get a notice the day before something happens. Sometimes you don't get any notice at all (it all depends on the teacher passing out the letters and your kid remembering to bring them home). If it's a significant event, LAUSD will call you with an automated recording the night before. Don't hesitate to call the front office with questions. The staff in the front office is friendly and knowledgeable, although they can get busy and overwhelmed during peak hours (just before and after school). You are also welcome to call the teachers shortly after school. Or can call the office and leave a message to arrange a parent-teacher meeting before or after school. Like most schools, I imagine, there are a lot of fund raising requests sent to parents here. Everything from candy bar sales, cookies sales, multiple school photos, year books, book sales, school shirts, etc. Not to mention special projects and events that need extra funding. Given the constant budget cuts, it's to be expected, but it can seem a little excessive to be asked for money every 3 or 4 weeks. This school is very good about security and rules. No adults are allowed onto the campus without checking in with the front office and obtaining pass. They often have assemblies, meetings and even parent classes -- how cool! This particular school has a lot of information and opportunities for low income families, ranging from health care to and free lunches and an after school program. When dropping off or picking up your children, there is a long stretch of curb for convenience and safety, but please keep it moving (think LAX). It's not for sitting around and holding up traffic! Also, be careful not to double park for even a second -- law enforcement has been quick to issue citations! The neighborhood in this area has a lot of street parking, but you may have to walk a block or two. If it also important to note that there is not a sidewalk on Calhoun between the school and Hart Street. However, I think they are planning on putting one in soon. Check street signs when parking on the street. Bottom line, this is a quality school that has a lot of potential for turning education around in the area. Let's just hope the district provides them with the budget they need to keep doing great things.

I went to the school for elementary school I enjoyed every one of it it was great I had wonderful…read moreteachers and wonderful friends it was a wonderful school

Great teachers and leadership. The technology that they include in the curriculum is great, along…read morewith the opportunity to do at-home learning through their class portal. Very happy that our child attends this school.

My daughter absolutely loves Redwood! Excellent teachers, amazing office staff, fantastic programs…read more(ASB, Volleyball & Band) and in her words, 'very kind students.' Couldnt be happier!

i use to go here councilors are absolutely shitty. my sister now goes here and when she was too…read morenervous to go into class she went to the office and the counselor would not let her stay in the office. the people that work there are absolutely ridiculous. they know nothing about helping people with their mental health problems and care for themself. councilor ms rosenthall FORCES students to go to class when they are having panic attacks. i was forced out of the bathroom for having a panic attack which doesn't make any sense. i was recording for my safety and was forced to delete the video. i had every right to record for my safety. terrible workers.

The school is closed as a regular school but is being used for other purposes. My son does…read morevolunteer work on Mondays at the facilities.